Blow For Inter Milan As Argentina FIFA World Cup Winner Could Miss Lecce Clash Due To Muscle Fatigue | OneFootball

Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez is reportedly suffering from muscle fatigue. Therefore, he could miss tomorrow’s encounter against Lecce.

Sky Sport Italia (via FcInterNews) reveals that the Argentina international didn’t train on Friday due to his physical problem.

The medical staff will assess the player’s condition in the coming hours before making a decision about his availability on Saturday.

Nevertheless, the source believes that Simone Inzaghi is unlikely to risk his star striker tomorrow, at least not from the first minute.

Thus, the coach will probably give the nod to Mehdi Taremi who has recently recovered from his own physical problem.

The Iranian was Inter’s standout performer during the early part of pre-season before sustaining an injury.

The 32-year-old made his return to action before the Serie A opener. He even made his club debut while coming off the bench against Genoa last weekend.

Therefore, Taremi could well earn his full debut tomorrow and make his bow in front of the San Siro crowd.

The former Porto man would link up with Marcus Thuram, the author of a formidable brace against the Grifone.

Nevertheless, Lautaro’s absence remains a painful blow for Inzaghi, especially amidst the lack of quality depth in attack. Marko Arnautovic and Joaquin Correa would be the alternatives on the bench

Lautaro Martinez Could Skip Inter Milan Vs Lecce Clash With Muscle Fatigue

Martinez was given a few extra weeks of rest after guiding his nation towards Copa America triumph.

Nevertheless, the 27-year-old advanced his return plans following Taremi’s muscle injury a few weeks ago.

The skipper did his utmost best in training to regain his physical shape as swiftly as possible and earn a starting role against Genoa. However, he might have to sit the next one out.

Following Lecce’s encounter, a sterner test awaits Inter before the international break, as they will take on Atalanta in Round 3.